Tropicana Nov-Dec 2017 #116 Celebrating the Classics

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The hottest events to have set society abuzz.
THE UNFORGOTTEN SINGLETON
The Singleton of Glen Ord has officially
launched its Forgotten Drop Series, which
is an annual release drawn from the brand’s
rarest and most precious whiskies. The series
comprise of whiskies re-discovered from a
few extremely rare casks that showcase the
signature rich and balanced characteristics
of the distillery. This year, the annual release
presents The Singleton of Glen Ord 41 Year
Old, with a limited 600 bottles made available
worldwide and only 24 bottles in Malaysia,
retailing at RM15,193.00 per bottle. The
Singleton of Glen Ord 41 Year Old is bottled
at a cask strength of 49.9 per cent ABV to
allow consumers to experience the pure
character of this rare batch of old casks.
Aside from the Forgotten Drop Series,
The Singleton of Glen Ord also launched its
18 Year Old Cask Strength in Malaysia, which
is a limited edition bottling to celebrate the
distillery’s 180th anniversary. It is bottled at
a cask strength of 58.4 per cent ABV that
creates a less spicy flavour, with aromas of
walnuts and polished antique oak, followed
by gingery and honeyed sweetness with rich
fruity notes. This single malt Scotch whisky
is only made available in selected markets
with a starting price of RM624.00.
CHRISTOPHE CANN, GROUP CHIEF
EXECUTIVE OFFICER, AL-FUTTAIM ASIA
ROBINSONS TURNS 10!
From humble beginnings to one of
the most sought-after internationally
renowned department stores in the
world, Robinsons celebrates its 10th year
anniversary since its return to Malaysian
soil in 2007 with its colourful 159 years
of history while giving a foretaste of its
plans for the future.
“For 10 years, Robinsons has enticed and
titillated shoppers in Kuala Lumpur. We have
exceeded Malaysian shoppers’ expectations,
setting aflame the shopping spirit within by
providing the latest trends, exciting promotions
and wonderfully curated products to our
shoppers,” said Christophe Cann, Group Chief
Executive Officer, Al-Futtaim Asia.
During its 10th year anniversary event,
Robinsons announced its expansion plans in
Malaysia.
“In our mission to provide enhanced
shopping experiences and affordable luxuries
to our current base, as well as attracting a new
generation of local and foreign shoppers, we
are expanding our operations in Malaysia
with our new flagship store in Shoppes at
Four Seasons Place within the heart of Kuala
Lumpur,” said Cann.
Standing tall with a retail size of 200,000
sq. ft, the new flagship store of Robinsons
is scheduled to open in spring 2018, further
enriching the lives of its shoppers with its
unique and stylish vibes while still staying
true to the brand’s historic values.
RAJESH JOSHI,MARKETING DIRECTOR OF MOËT
HENNESSY DIAGEO MALAYSIA, DIAGEO BRANDS
THE SINGLETON OF GLEN ORD 41 YEAR OLD
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